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Household debt makes economy fragile
Jon Fernquest, Published on 11/11/2015
» Govt stimulus programs to get economy going again, that create more household debt, may make the economy worse in the long-run.
What's new in business news: April 2, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 02/04/2014
» Tourists cheated at travel expo by Krabi resort, wealthy foreign real estate investors return to Bangkok & Bank of Thailand governor warns of recession.
Weekly business news quiz: October 21-25, 2013
Jon Fernquest, Published on 25/10/2013
» Check if you understand the issues and vocabulary in this week's most important business news stories.
What's new in business news August 14, 2013
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/08/2013
» Koh Samui as model low-carbon tourist destination, PTT denies Myanmar bribery claim & used car bad loans up due to first car buyer program.
Sales slow for iPhone & Toyota, baht weakens
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/07/2013
» Sales slow for iPhone & Toyota, baht weakens a bit reacting to US central bank policy.
Headed for debt crisis?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 28/02/2013
» Big promises to spend money made by politicians in elections now, may not be what is best for the country in the future.
Strong economic growth: Forever & ever?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/02/2013
» 18.9% economic growth at end of 2012 is fastest since 1993. Is this due to some special policy? Can it be repeated?
Heated Policy Debate: Lower interest rates or not?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/02/2013
» Are high interest rates drawing short-term money into Thailand, making baht strong & export markets less competitive? Will lower interest rates lead to lending boom, asset bubble & financial collapse?
Reading & education keys to better economy
Jon Fernquest, Published on 04/10/2012
» Govt spending & handouts can increase incomes right now, but only better education & more reading will lead to lasting income increase.
Big changes in taxes possible
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/10/2011
» 150,000 to 250,000 baht change in untaxed income. Of 9 million taxpayers only 18,000 in highest 37% bracket.